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Maternal behavior.

S L Crowell-Davis, K A Houpt

    The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
    |December 1, 1986
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    Maternal care in mares is crucial during foal imprinting. Disturbing mares early can lead to foal rejection, requiring individual assessment due to varied causes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Equine reproduction and behavior
    • Maternal-foal bonding dynamics

    Background:

    • Parturition in mares is rapid, followed by a sensitive imprinting period.
    • Normal maternal behavior includes foal defense, proximity, and nursing assistance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize normal mare maternal behavior post-foaling.
    • To highlight risks associated with disturbing the mare-foal imprinting period.
    • To emphasize the varied nature and causes of foal rejection.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on equine maternal behavior.
    • Analysis of factors influencing mare-foal bonding.
    • Case study considerations for foal rejection.

    Main Results:

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  • Mare maternal style varies individually but follows predictable patterns.
  • Early disturbance can disrupt imprinting and lead to foal rejection.
  • Foal rejection presents in various forms with diverse etiologies.

    • Conclusions:

    • Avoiding disturbance during the mare-foal imprinting phase is critical.
    • Each case of foal rejection necessitates individual evaluation due to multiple potential causes.